Avian Flu Reaches Mainland Antarctica: First Cases Confirmed.
Officials confirm the presence of the H5N1 bird flu virus in mainland Antarctica, marking the first known cases on the continent. The discovery, near the Argentinian Primavera Base, raises concerns about the virus's spread through migratory birds, highlighting its global impact and the vulnerability of wildlife populations. Previously detected on sub-Antarctic islands, the virus has now reached the continent, affecting diverse bird species and even Antarctic mammals, signaling a significant ecological challenge in polar regions.
